For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
• In the USA, the Methyl Amine Price Index fell by 2.77% quarter-over-quarter, pressuring import demand.
• The average Methyl Amine price for the quarter was approximately USD 866.67/MT, industry-reported metric value.
• Methyl Amine Spot Price remained muted as increased imports and rebuilt terminals added near-term availability.
• Methyl Amine Production Cost Trend stayed contained as methanol stability and ammonia supply restrained pressures.
• Methyl Amine Demand Outlook remained cautious with agrochemical restocking largely completed and deferred semiconductor buying.
• Methyl Amine Price Forecast signals range-bound activity as the Price Index reacts to import demand.
• Rising coastal inventories and steady export enquiries pressured the Price Index while producers managed dispatch.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in December 2025 in North America?
• Ample imports from China and Europe rebuilt terminal stocks, increasing availability and easing pricing pressure.
• Softer methanol feedstock and improved ocean freight reduced landed costs, removing cost support for offers.
• Seasonal agrochemical purchasing and deferred semiconductor procurement suppressed demand, prompting distributors to limit spot buying.
APAC
• In China, the Methyl Amine Price Index fell by 4.47% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting ample supply balances.
• The average Methyl Amine price for the quarter was approximately USD 584.33/MT, reflecting stability domestically.
• Methyl Amine Spot Price weakened amid improved imports and inventories, keeping the Price Index subdued.
• Methyl Amine Price Forecast indicates softening as producers maintain output and inventories remain above normal.
• Methyl Amine Production Cost Trend remained muted as methanol and ammonia feedstock prices limited pressure.
• Methyl Amine Demand Outlook remains constrained by seasonal agrochemical slowdown and cautious downstream purchasing behavior.
• Methyl Amine Price Index showed narrowing volatility, while exporters offered discounts to stimulate spot offtake.
• Export availability increased from Shandong and Jiangsu, while major producers maintained near-nameplate operating rates throughout.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in December 2025 in APAC?
• Ample domestic production and improved import arrivals increased supply, pressuring prices during late December period.
• Soft methanol and ammonia feedstock prices limited production cost pass-through to domestic Methyl Amine prices.
• Seasonal slowdown, subdued downstream procurement and normalized port logistics reduced urgency for spot buying significantly.
Europe
• In Germany and Western Europe, the Methyl Amine Price Index fell moderately quarter-over-quarter, reflecting abundant supply and moderate demand.
• Methyl Amine Spot Price remained subdued as imports from Asia and intra-European shipments replenished inventories, keeping short-term availability ample.
• Methyl Amine Production Cost Trend stayed contained due to stable methanol and ammonia feedstock costs, limiting cost-push pressures.
• Methyl Amine Demand Outlook remained cautious, with agrochemical restocking largely completed and industrial users adopting conservative purchasing strategies.
• Methyl Amine Price Forecast signals range-bound activity as the Price Index reacts to moderate import inflows and tempered domestic consumption.
• Rising terminal stocks and steady intra-European exports applied downward pressure on the Price Index, while producers managed dispatch schedules to maintain balanced availability.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in December 2025 in Europe?
• Increased imports from China, India, and neighboring European producers rebuilt terminal inventories, easing short-term price support.
• Stable methanol and ammonia feedstock costs limited any upward pressure on production costs, keeping offers from firming.
• Seasonal agrochemical purchasing was largely complete, and industrial users deferred discretionary procurement, reducing immediate spot demand.
• Logistics normalization across ports and overland transport improved material flows, reducing urgency for bulk buying and keeping prices under pressure.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
• In the USA, the Methyl Amine Price Index fell by 1.655% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting softer demand.
• The average Methyl Amine price for the quarter was approximately USD 891.33/MT, CFR New York.
• Methyl Amine Spot Price softened as ample domestic runs and competitive Chinese exports increased pressure.
• Methyl Amine Productison Cost Trend reflected higher ammonia costs offset by stable methanol feedstock pricing.
• Methyl Amine Demand Outlook stayed mixed with resilient pharmaceutical orders but subdued agrochemical seasonal procurement.
• Methyl Amine Price Forecast points to stabilization as term contracts and restocking rebalance spot weakness.
• Methyl Amine Price Index weakness reflected inventory builds and subdued export demand across Latin America.
• Operational continuity at major producers constrained acute spikes, supporting steady output and keeping volatility contained.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in September 2025 in North America?
• Ample domestic methanol and ammonia supply sustained continuous production, increasing spot availability and pressuring prices.
• Seasonally weak agrochemical demand reduced downstream offtake, widening distributor inventories and prompting seller discounting further.
• Competitive Chinese exports and lower freight enabled imports to undercut domestic offers, prolonging downward pressure.
APAC
• In China, the Methyl Amine Price Index fell by 9.2% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting export weakness nationwide.
• The average Methyl Amine price for the quarter was approximately USD 611.67/MT, FOB Qingdao basis.
• Methyl Amine Spot Price weakened as abundant methanol and ammonia relieved cost pressures, compressing margins.
• Methyl Amine Production Cost Trend eased modestly with methanol softening, supporting continuous plant operating rates.
• Methyl Amine Demand Outlook is mixed as agrochemical restocking offsets weaker export orders and buying.
• Methyl Amine Price Forecast shows limited upside as Price Index remains constrained by high inventories.
• Methyl Amine Price Index declined following tariff impacts and restarted Mal volumes increasing exportable supply.
• Producers ran at rates while inventories accumulated, limiting seller leverage despite pockets of pharma demand.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in September 2025 in APAC?
• Elevated finished-goods inventories and abundant methanol feedstock reduced cost support and pressured seller offers materially.
• Incremental Mal production and resumed unit runs increased exportable supply, weakening FOB competitiveness and margins.
• Port congestion eased then imports increased, while cautious downstream procurement limited absorption of excess volumes.
Europe
• In Germany, the Methylamine Price Index remains challenging quarter-over-quarter, reflecting softer domestic consumption and export challenges.
• Methylamine Spot Price remain under pressure through late September as inventories swelled due to slower offtake from contract buyers.
• Methylamine Production Cost Trend stabilized as methanol and ammonia feedstock costs moderated, narrowing producer’s flexibility to sustain earlier premiums.
• Methylamine Demand Outlook turned cautious as the agrochemical segment slowed with harvest season completion, while pharma orders remained steady.
• Methylamine Price Index reflected muted activity in the coatings sector, coupled with lower industrial solvent consumption across manufacturing hubs.
Why did the price of Methylamine change in September 2025 in Europe?
• Reduced demand from agrochemical and coating industries weighed on overall Methylamine consumption.
• Improved feedstock availability and lower methanol and ammonia prices eased production costs, leading to softer offers.
• Export performance remained subdued amid weaker buying from Central and Eastern Europe, keeping prices under pressure.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
• Methyl Amine prices (CFR New York) averaged USD 906.33/MT in Q2, showing a marginal 0.18% increase from Q1 levels.
• Throughout the quarter, prices remained relatively stable, driven by balanced domestic demand and consistent import flows from China and Mexico.
• Pharmaceutical demand remained steady, though regulatory uncertainty around drug pricing reforms prompted cautious procurement strategies.
• The agrochemical sector held firm with steady offtake, while rubber and industrial applications showed moderate growth toward quarter-end.
• Freight rate inflation and legislative shifts including stricter EPA pesticide oversight and additive monitoring influenced purchasing behavior.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in July 2025 in the USA?
• Price edged up 0.56% due to rising freight costs and moderate import pressure.
• Steady demand from pharma and agrochemicals supported prices.
• Regulatory shifts and EPA oversight created cautious buying trends.
• Supply remained tight, with imports balancing sluggish domestic output.
Asia-Pacific
• Methyl Amine prices (FOB Qingdao) averaged USD 723.67/MT in Q2, down 1.18% from Q1’s average of USD 732.33/MT.
• Despite rising glyphosate and pesticide output, weak export flows and congestion at Qingdao port dampened price momentum.
• Methanol feedstock costs remained mostly stable, but downstream sectors like coatings and surfactants underperformed.
• The Hangzhou Pesticide Export Workshop highlighted bullish long-term prospects, yet near-term volatility in China–India trade weighed on sentiment.
• China’s regulatory changes, including 'Category C' healthcare listing and DRP mandates, reshaped pharma export dynamics.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in July 2025 in China?
• Price rose 0.70% on strong agrochemical demand, led by glyphosate.
• Higher freight rates lifted export values.
• Pharmaceutical sector showed solid R&D momentum for pilot plant.
• Qingdao port congestion caused minor export delays.
Europe
• Methyl Amine prices in Germany were not directly quoted but reflected import dependency from China, with limited availability and delayed shipments due to Asia-side port bottlenecks.
• The European pharma sector showed resilience, especially in generics and API production, but procurement was delayed pending clarity on DRP (Domestic Responsible Person) requirements from Chinese exporters.
• Germany’s agrochemical blending sector maintained stable output, relying on prior stockpiles as new orders faced lead time extensions.
• Industrial chemicals such as coating resins and rubber additives used in automotive and construction segments maintained steady demand.
• Overall sentiment remained moderate, with buyers cautious amid high logistics costs and evolving compliance documentation for chemical imports.
Why did the price of Methyl Amine change in July 2025 in Germany?
• Chinese export restrictions and new regulatory documentation requirements disrupted Methyl Amine shipments.
• Importers faced freight surcharges and documentation delays, impacting land cost and timing.
• Demand from German agrochemical formulators and API makers remained stable, supporting import interest.
• Buyers leaned on existing inventory, awaiting smoother transit flows from Asia in Q3.
For the Quarter Ending March 2025
North America
In the first quarter of 2025, the U.S. Methyl Amine market experienced a moderate increase in prices, reflecting the continued supply-demand imbalance driven by logistical challenges and operational constraints. While demand across key sectors such as agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals remained steady, supply tightness was exacerbated by persistent port congestion, which led to delays and higher transportation costs. These disruptions, coupled with inflationary pressures on shipping expenses, provided suppliers with an opportunity to raise prices, capitalizing on the reduced import volumes.
Demand dynamics remained consistent, with agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors showing resilience, though concerns about trade policies and tariff uncertainties lingered. In the agrochemical sector, moderate growth in crop protection demand was offset by forecasted declines in farm receipts, putting a strain on production. Similarly, in the pharmaceutical sector, regulatory changes and proposed tariffs dampened business confidence, leading to a reduction in procurement activities for Methyl Amine. Despite this, manufacturing continued at a steady pace, supported by adequate inventories and efficient port operations, helping to stabilize supply levels.
The balance of supply and demand, alongside strategic adjustments by suppliers and end-users, contributed to the overall market stability, despite facing challenges from external economic and logistical factors.
APAC
In the first quarter of 2025, Methyl Amine prices in China saw a moderate increase, reflecting a 3.15% rise compared to the previous quarter. This uptick was primarily driven by tighter supply conditions, particularly due to constraints in ammonia availability, despite the sufficient supply of methanol. The post-Lunar New Year period saw disruptions, including port congestion, further complicating logistics and straining global supply chains. Additionally, overseas bulk inventory purchases, influenced by U.S. tariff concerns, added upward pressure on prices. On the demand side, the Agrochemical and Pharmaceutical sectors remained key drivers of consumption. The agrochemical sector showed stable demand for fungicides and herbicides, with activity focused on preparations for the spring crop season. In the pharmaceutical sector, export growth persisted, though geopolitical challenges, such as the imposition of tariffs on Chinese products, created some hurdles. The supply side remained adequately supported by improved feedstock availability and stable manufacturing operations. Logistics conditions also showed signs of improvement, with port congestion easing and inventory management strategies helping to prevent oversupply. Overall, despite some logistical and geopolitical challenges, market dynamics supported a steady rise in Methyl Amine prices during the quarter.
Europe
Methyl Amine prices in the European market registered a quarterly decline of 10.12%, shaped by a mix of supply chain normalization, cost-side relief, and weakening demand. In January, prices adjusted downward following softening in feedstock values, particularly Ammonia and Methanol, while steady domestic demand from the Pharma and Agrochemical sectors supported price stability. Despite logistical disruptions across major European ports, supply remained resilient as production activities normalized. February saw continued supply chain headwinds, including strikes and port congestion, yet inventory levels stayed adequate due to uninterrupted feedstock availability. While domestic consumption remained moderate, export activity softened amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty and firms resorted to stockpiling in response to tariff concerns. Business sentiment began to waver, especially as input costs rose and inflationary pressures mounted. By March, bearish feedstock sentiment deepened following contract settlements at lower Ammonia prices, enabling producers to ease export offers. Meanwhile, demand from the pharmaceutical sector turned cautious due to newly imposed U.S. tariffs, curbing buying interest. Currency fluctuations further pushed suppliers to reduce international selling prices to stay competitive. Despite ongoing port delays, the market remained well-supplied, and subdued demand ultimately drove the Q1 price correction across the European Methyl Amine market.
